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SUMMARY:From vision to action: The strategic journey of Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society
DESCRIPTION:Watch this session with Lilian Chau\, CEO of Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society (ENFHS)\, sharing how and why this housing provider needed to evolve into a growth-oriented organization with strong development\, financing\, leadership\, and partnerships. The webinar was moderated by Severn Nelson\, Program Manager for British Columbia. \nAs a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this webinar explores how ENFHS has undertaken a major strategic shift by adopting an approach focused on partnership capacity and business mindset in service of a charitable purpose. It also highlights the critical role of resolute strategic thinking\, organizational self-exploration grounded in theory of change\, and internal capacities (including governance\, financial expertise\, and leadership) as essential foundations for organizational growth. \nThe complexity of the housing crisis\, rising costs\, and growing demand\, combined with expiring operating agreements\, made it clear that a purely operational focus would not be enough to meet community needs or ensure organizational sustainability. \nIn this recording\, you’ll find practical guidance on how to: \n\nShift from an operational focus to a mission-led entrepreneurial focus that can sustain itself and grow despite funding environment shifts;\nBecome a housing provider capable of delivering large-scale\, mixed-income communities while maintaining deep affordability and equity\n\n  \n“A lot of organizations already do strategic planning\, but I would say that we really need to look at the future\, and assess the health of the organization\, as well as scanning the landscape. I guess another thing I would say is\, don’t start with a project. You really do need to start with understanding your organization. \nMore than ever\, strategic planning is really critical to understanding where your organization is at right now\, and where you want to go in the future.” \nLilian Chau\, CEO of Entre Nous Femmes Housing Society \n  \nWatch the webinar replay: \n \n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources \nDownload the slide deck \nENFHS’s website \nRelated resources from our Resource Inventory:  \n\nBeyond bricks and mortar: Building capacity for women-centered housing operations\nThe social economy as a solution to the housing crisis\nReports on the right to safe\, adequate and affordable housing for women\, Two Spirit\, Trans\, and gender-diverse people – Neha Review Panel\nWebinar – Transforming organizational culture\, rethinking finance: Lessons from Connections for Seniors\nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more.\n\n 
URL:https://centre.support/event/from-vision-to-action-the-strategic-journey-of-entre-nous-femmes-housing-society/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
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SUMMARY:NBNPHA Conference
DESCRIPTION:NBNPHA was founded in August 1993 and now represents 170 non-profit and co-op organizations that provide 6\,500 affordable housing units throughout New Brunswick. \nMore information on programming and Centre participation to come.
URL:https://centre.support/event/nbnpha-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T140000
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SUMMARY:Consolidating to secure the future of organizations and the housing stock: Strategies from Eastern Quebec
DESCRIPTION:In a context of limited financial resources\, a need to preserve the housing stock\, and a lack of leadership succession in rural areas\, consolidation is becoming a key strategy for protecting and developing community housing. \nWatch this session featuring David Barbaza\, Executive Director of Fédération des OSBL d’habitation du Bas-Saint-Laurent\, de la Gaspésie et des Îles-de-la-Madeleine (FOHBGI) and President and Co-founder of Logéco\, who shared practical insights from a community housing organization consolidation initiative in Eastern Quebec. The session was moderated by Jonathan Fleury\, Program manager Québec. \nIn Eastern Quebec\, several small non-profit housing organizations manage a sometimes-aging housing stock with limited resources\, making it increasingly difficult to maintain services and keep buildings in good condition. It is in this context that a structural transformation has been implemented\, led by the FOHBGI. This initiative resulted in the creation of Logéco as a central mechanism and regional safety net to pool property management\, standardize practices\, and strengthen professional support to members. It has also fostered a new culture of collaboration and solidarity across the region. \nAs a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this recording explores what made consolidation both relevant and feasible\, how it was implemented\, conditions of success\, and what concrete changes it brings to the stability and growth of the regional community housing stock. \nWhether you are a leader\, board member\, or manager of a community housing organization\, this recording is designed to provide insights and offer guidance on assessing the potential for consolidation to join forces in a strategy for resilience and growth. \n  \n“Communication is 75% of the work when it comes to consolidation. You really have to listen and be supportive. We’re here to offer organizations a framework and a future for their buildings. It’s a collaborative approach\, and the solutions are tailored to each organization. Decisions are made together. I like to go back to the etymology of words: “consolidate” comes from “con” and “solidare”\, which means we’re building something solid together.”\nDavid Barbaza\, Logéco \n  \nWatch the webinar replay (audio interpretation in English) : \n \n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources \nDownload the slide deck \nLearn more about Logéco \nRelated resources from our Resource Inventory: \n\nExploring mergers/asset transfers in the non-profit housing sector\nConsolidation and amalgamation of housing co-operatives\nAmalgamation framework: A collaborative roadmap for housing societies\nMutualization – Sharing resources\nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more.
URL:https://centre.support/event/consolidating-to-secure-the-future-of-organizations-and-the-housing-stock-strategies-from-eastern-quebec/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/0PMydYM3QNWmmEvigDVyiw
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTSTAMP:20260303T194349Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T194349Z
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SUMMARY:Housing Forward: 2026 Prairies Affordable Housing Summit
DESCRIPTION:This multi-day event will bring together housing providers\, developers\, builders\, planners\, governments\, funders\, and sector leaders from across the Prairies and beyond to explore what’s working\, what’s emerging\, and what it will take to meaningfully advance housing affordability. \nProgramming will focus on: \n\nInnovative and scalable affordable housing delivery\, including cost-effective\, climate-resilient\, and accessible design\nHousing as health\, exploring the role of housing in preventing homelessness\, improving health outcomes\, and reducing pressure on emergency and health systems\nOrganizational capacity\, workforce development\, and long-term operational sustainability across the housing sectors\nFunding\, financing\, and partnership models that support cross-sector collaboration\, including Indigenous-led and community-based delivery\nPolicy\, planning\, and system alignment to enable faster approvals\, inclusive design\, and better outcomes\nIndigenous leadership and perspectives in housing\, including culturally responsive design\, land-based approaches\, and pathways to reconciliation\n\nSummary program: \n\nMay 11: Welcome Reception\nMay 12–13: Main Summit Days\nMay 14: Optional site-visit excursions\n\nMore information on the Centre’s participation to come.
URL:https://centre.support/event/housing-forward-2026-prairies-affordable-housing-summit/
LOCATION:Edmonton Convention Centre\, 9797 JASPER AVE.\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 1N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T140000
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SUMMARY:Save money with energy-efficient retrofits and construction
DESCRIPTION:Energy efficiency is often perceived as expensive\, complex\, or out of reach for community housing providers. But what if many of those assumptions are misconceptions? \nWatch this session exploring the realities behind energy performance in community housing\, with Dami Dabiri\, Energy Manager at the BC Non-Profit Housing Association and FCM’s Regional Energy Coach for British Columbia\, and Majed Hargaaya\, Manager of the Regional Energy Coach Program at the Centre. \nDesigned for housing providers\, asset managers\, and sector leaders across Canada\, this session unpacked common myths about energy efficiency and discussed the benefits of environmentally responsible solutions. As a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this webinar explored a retrofit case study from the community housing sector\, Salmo Valley Estates. The speakers highlighted practical strategies and resilient design approaches that strengthen building performance while protecting long-term financial sustainability. \nThis recording also presents the Regional Energy Coach (REC) program\, a national support initiative that helps community housing organizations navigate energy planning\, funding opportunities\, and implementation strategies. \nWhether you are planning a retrofit\, considering new development\, or seeking to improve asset management practices\, this recording provides actionable insights to support informed decision-making. \n  \n“Air sealing and attic insulation: low cost\, high savings. This is the best bang for your buck in almost any affordable housing retrofit. Always think envelope first.” \nMajed Hargaaya\, The Centre \n  \n“The project team is so important\, especially for a multi-measure project like this one. You need a solid team to achieve the best outcomes.” \nDami Dabiri\, BC Non-Profit Housing Association \n  \nWatch the webinar replay: \n \n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources \nDownload the slide deck \nLearn more about the Regional Energy Coach (REC) program \nSalmo Valley Estates website \nRelated resources from our Resource Inventory: \n\nUnderstanding energy efficiency: A guide for affordable housing providers\nWhy green construction is needed to affordably increase housing supply\nBuilding innovation: Does high performance construction cost more?\nCanada’s climate retrofit mission\nResources for climate-ready housing and infrastructure\nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more.
URL:https://centre.support/event/save-money-with-energy-efficient-retrofits-and-construction/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/ELcIR4AKQ5yZMz83D-FCGw
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260303T164143Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164143Z
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SUMMARY:CHRA's Congress on Housing and Homelessness
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 CHRA National Congress on Housing and Homelessness is taking place in in St. John’s\, Newfoundland and Labrador\, April 20-22. \nThe event will be held at the St. John’s Convention Centre. \nThis year’s Congress sessions are designed to challenge the way you think about housing. We’ll examine cutting edge initiatives\, partnerships\, and programs that are bringing the community housing sector into the future. Join expert speakers as they explore topics including: \n\nScaling up housing development\nInclusive housing solutions\nEquity in housing\nChange management and organizational sustainability\nCreative funding solutions\nInnovative partnerships\nSupportive housing development and programs\nAdvocacy\nSupporting successful tenancies\, and more\n\n  \nNot to be missed : \n⇒ Atlantic Connection: Whaddayat housers? \nCo-hosted by CMHC’s Expert Community on Housing (ECoH) Atlantic Community of Practice and the Centre\, join in a special Atlantic Canada afternoon of sharing innovative initiatives and networking wit yer b’ys. \n(Free for Atlantic housers) \nApril 20\, 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM (NST) \n  \nCentre’s attendance at the Congress: \nLisa Ker\, executive director\, Alison Lair\, Director of programs\, Stephan Richard\, Director of development\, François Fayad\, Communications director\, Majed Hargaaya\, Manager\, Regional energy coach\, Jenny Laurin\, Regional energy coach\, Luc Labelle\, Development manager\, Kerri Flemming\, Program manager. \n\nLuc Labelle\, Development manager\, and Stephan Richard\, Director of development\, will participate in the session Creating the Conditions for Better Decisions. Fellow speakers will be Catriona McCallum\, Director\, Operations\, The Agency for Co-operative Housing and Helen Harris\, SHS’s Principal\, Housing Policy and Research.\n\nApril 21\, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM (NST) \n\nJennie Laurin\, Regional Energy Coach\, and Majed Hargaaya\, Manager\, Regional Energy Coach\, will participate in the session Designing Resilient Housing: A World Café Workshop for Practical Solutions. They will be joined in the session by Kallyn DeGrace\, Regional Energy Coach with Clean Foundation\, Kayla Fayant\, Energy Efficiency Projects Manager\, Indigenous Clean Energy and Neha Prakash\, Regional Energy Coach\, Manitoba Non-profit Housing Association (MNPHA).\n\nApril 21\, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM (NST) \n\nStephan Richard\, Director of development and with Hope Jamieson will co-host the session Unlocking Growth across Atlantic Canada.\n\nApril 22\, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (NST) \nMore information and registration details can be found here \n 
URL:https://centre.support/event/chras-congress-on-housing-and-homelessness/
LOCATION:St. John’s Convention Centre\, 101 New Gower Street\, St. John's\, Newfoundland & Labrador\, A1C 1J5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T125759Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T125759Z
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SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arpil 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nApril 2026\nWednesday 1st April | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nThursday 9th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nThursday 16th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T130128Z
CREATED:20260119T161759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T130128Z
UID:10000052-1776256200-1776268800@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the April 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nApril 2026\nDay 1: Wednesday 1st April | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 8th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 15th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260303T160427Z
CREATED:20260303T160123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T160427Z
UID:10000076-1776038400-1776297599@centre.support
SUMMARY:ASCHA Convention and Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the ASCHA Convention and Trade Show brings together more than 300 delegates from across the province and beyond for three days of connection\, collaboration\, and inspiration. Whether you’re a senior leader\, board member\, middle management\, or industry partner\, participants will have the opportunity to exchange ideas\, explore innovative solutions\, and strengthen connections that enhance housing and support services for Albertans. \nThe 2026 Home for Housing Convention & Trade Show will feature a dynamic lineup of 20 breakout sessions\, offering delegates the opportunity to customize their learning experience to their particular interests\, professional development goals\, housing portfolios and roles within their organization. \nDesigned with direct input from ASCHA members\, these sessions address priority topics in leadership\, governance\, operations\, and middle management\, providing practical tools\, fresh perspectives\, and sector-specific insights to help organizations thrive. \n  \nCentre’s attendance : \nLisa Ker\, executive director\, will participate on the panel: \n  \n⇒ Meeting Tomorrow’s Housing Needs \nMonday\, April 13 from 1:30-2:30 pm (MST) \nPanelists:  Steve Pomeroy\, Nancy Simmonds and Ali Shivji\, Optima Living\, Lisa Ker. \n  \nThe Centre will also be hosting a workshop with Mohamed Abdallah\, co-founder of Connections for Seniors : \n⇒ Transforming organizational culture\, rethinking finance: Lessons from Connections for Seniors  \nTues.\, Apr. 14: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (MST)
URL:https://centre.support/event/ascha-convention-and-trade-show/
LOCATION:Edmonton Convention Centre\, 9797 JASPER AVE.\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 1N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T125759Z
CREATED:20260119T201301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T125759Z
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SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arpil 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nApril 2026\nWednesday 1st April | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nThursday 9th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nThursday 16th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T130128Z
CREATED:20260119T161759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T130128Z
UID:10000051-1775651400-1775664000@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the April 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nApril 2026\nDay 1: Wednesday 1st April | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 8th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 15th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-08/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T125759Z
CREATED:20260119T201301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T125759Z
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SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arpil 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nApril 2026\nWednesday 1st April | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nThursday 9th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nThursday 16th April | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T130128Z
CREATED:20260119T161759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T130128Z
UID:10000050-1775046600-1775057400@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart April training
DESCRIPTION:Join the April 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nApril 2026\nDay 1: Wednesday 1st April | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 8th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 15th April | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-april-training/2026-04-01/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260330T203813Z
CREATED:20260126T173001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203813Z
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SUMMARY:From mission to momentum: How Rooted built financial resilience through growth and acquisition
DESCRIPTION:How to build financial strength and expand your housing portfolio with proven strategies? \nWatch this session with Nick Russell\, CEO of Rooted\, sharing how this community housing provider reinvented its model to achieve lasting affordability and scale its housing impact. The webinar was moderated by Amanda R. Knight\, Program Manager for Nova Scotia. \nAs a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this webinar highlighted how Rooted strengthened its financial foundation to grow from a small non-profit housing provider into a resilient\, mixed-income and portfolio-based housing organization. Drawing from Rooted’s evolution\, the discussion unpacked why reinvention was necessary\, how it happened\, and what it enabled including access to national programs such as Build Canada Homes. \nIn this recording\, you’ll learn about practical\, replicable financial strategies relevant to organizations at different stages of growth\, with key insights to help community housing providers move from sustaining programs to building momentum: \n\nScaling with intention: How to assess your organization’s readiness for growth\, clarify your next right scale move (optimize\, partner\, or expand)\, and understand what to adopt early versus later.\nFinancial clarity as a growth catalyst: How Rooted reframed financial conversations with its board around growth readiness\, aligned mission and financial strategy\, and identified ways to diversify revenue without mission drift.\nPortfolio-based thinking: Why Rooted shifted to a mixed-income\, portfolio-based model\, and how simple portfolio metrics can help non-profit housing providers assess risk\, flexibility\, sustainability\, and long-term affordability.\nCapacity and impact: What Rooted gained by transforming its model and investing in internal capacity\, while staying true to its mission and aligning financial performance with long-term affordability\, environmental sustainability\, and community resilience.\n\n  \n“I’ll say often\, it’s really important in our world to have an environment where we can really lean into our entrepreneurial skill sets\, with everyone on the team. A north star is that entrepreneurial skill. Anything that’s impeding the ability to use that muscle\, flex that entrepreneurial skill\, is something that we’ve identified as being a top priority for moving those kinds of barriers.” \nNick Russell\, Rooted: Community Development Partners \n  \nWatch the webinar replay: \n \n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources \nDownload the slide deck  \nLearn more about Rooted’s 2026 priorities & objectives  \nLearn more about Rooted’s proposal for Build Canada Homes  \nRead more about the initiative \n  \nRelated resources from our Resource Inventory:  \n\nCivida: Living in mixed income housing\nA path to partnership: Guide to navigating non-profit partnerships with developers in mixed-tenure developments\nTools for overcoming institutional barriers to non-profit housing production\nWebinar – Transforming organizational culture\, rethinking finance: Lessons from Connections for Seniors\n\nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more
URL:https://centre.support/event/from-mission-to-momentum-how-rooted-built-financial-resilience-through-growth-and-acquisition/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Gih_M0f1SHia-SbQVrYgfw#/registration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260119T200642Z
CREATED:20260119T200642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T200642Z
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SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nMarch 2026 \nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 12th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 19th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-19/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260119T161229Z
CREATED:20260119T161142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T161229Z
UID:10000049-1773837000-1773849600@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nMarch 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 11th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 18th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-18/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260119T200642Z
CREATED:20260119T200642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T200642Z
UID:10000057-1773318600-1773331200@centre.support
SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nMarch 2026 \nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 12th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 19th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-12/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260119T161229Z
CREATED:20260119T161142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T161229Z
UID:10000048-1773232200-1773244800@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nMarch 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 11th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 18th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-11/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T153000
DTSTAMP:20260119T200642Z
CREATED:20260119T200642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T200642Z
UID:10000056-1772713800-1772724600@centre.support
SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords.\n\n\nMarch 2026 \nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 12th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 19th March | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-05/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T153000
DTSTAMP:20260119T161229Z
CREATED:20260119T161142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T161229Z
UID:10000047-1772713800-1772724600@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart March training
DESCRIPTION:Join the March 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nMarch 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 5th March | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 11th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 18th March | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-march-training/2026-03-05/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141155Z
CREATED:20260119T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141155Z
UID:10000055-1772109000-1772121600@centre.support
SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 19th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 26th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-february-training/2026-02-26/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260402T195202Z
CREATED:20260120T143352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T195202Z
UID:10000065-1772024400-1772028000@centre.support
SUMMARY:Strengthening digital strategy\, amplifying sector impact: Lessons from the Centre’s practices
DESCRIPTION:Watch this session for a concrete exploration of the lessons learned from two years of testing\, analysis\, and experimentation in web strategy\, social media\, digital advertising\, and the use of the Google Ads Grant program. \nAs a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this webinar presented\, through a case study format\, the Centre’s digital journey\, including: \n\nStrategies that improved the discoverability of our services and online content\nResults from both paid and unpaid advertising campaigns\nKey insights gained from experimenting with accessible digital tools\nDigital levers that can help the sector strengthen its visibility.\n\n“Your website should do one job and do that one job well. In 5 seconds\, someone should have a general idea of what your site is about\, who it’s for.” Jean-François Pagé\, The Centre \n  \nWatch the webinar replay: \n \n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources \nDownload the slide deck  \nDownload the full Case study \nRead more about the initiative \n  \nRelated resources from our Resource Inventory: \nUnlocking the non-profit sector’s digital potential to strengthen community services \nTechSoup Canada \nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more
URL:https://centre.support/event/strengthening-digital-strategy-amplifying-sector-impact/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/FfEMYu28TYulb4v0jRS5rw#/registration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141301Z
CREATED:20260119T160321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141301Z
UID:10000046-1772022600-1772033400@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 18th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 25th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-february-training-day-1/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141155Z
CREATED:20260119T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141155Z
UID:10000054-1771504200-1771516800@centre.support
SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 19th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 26th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-february-training/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141301Z
CREATED:20260119T160321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141301Z
UID:10000045-1771417800-1771428600@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 18th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 25th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-february-training-day-1/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141155Z
CREATED:20260119T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141155Z
UID:10000053-1770899400-1770910200@centre.support
SUMMARY:Ontario RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual Ontario RentSmart Educator training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 12:30 EST – 3:30pm EST\nDay 2: Thursday 19th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST\nDay 3: Thursday 26th February | 12:30 EST – 4:00pm EST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/ontario-rentsmart-february-training/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator Ontario,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260122T141301Z
CREATED:20260119T160321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T141301Z
UID:10000044-1770899400-1770910200@centre.support
SUMMARY:BC RentSmart February training
DESCRIPTION:Join the February 12-hour (3 day) virtual BC RentSmart Educator Training and gain tools to deliver impactful workshops that lead to successful and harmonious rental experiences for tenants and landlords. \nFebruary 2026\nDay 1: Thursday 12th February | 9:30am – 12:30pm PST\nDay 2: Wednesday 18th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST\nDay 3: Wednesday 25th February | 9:30am – 1:00pm PST \nSign up to the 3 day training here
URL:https://centre.support/event/bc-rentsmart-february-training-day-1/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:RentSmart Educator BC,RentSmart training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260220T155840Z
CREATED:20260120T130355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T155840Z
UID:10000064-1770296400-1770300000@centre.support
SUMMARY:Transforming organizational culture\, rethinking finance: Lessons from Connections for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Watch our conversation with Mohamed Abdallah\, co-founder of Connections for Seniors\, whose organization turned $12\,000 in seed money into $24 million in assets by adopting innovative organizational culture and structure.  \nAs a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this session explores how adopting an entrepreneurial mindset\, rather than a program management one\, can strengthen financial resilience and unlock new pathways for sustainability.  \nParticipants gained concrete insights into leveraging diversified revenues\, integrating social enterprise models\, and aligning financial strategy with long-term mission goals.  \n“This is the mindset shift that we would like to see. You cannot resolve or solve 21st century problems or social problems with 1980s operating logic. That logic needs to have a shift\, and that’s what we’re trying to talk about today.” Mohamed Abdallah\, Connections for Seniors \n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\nWatch the webinar replay:\n\n \n\n  \nWant to learn more? Here are some additional resources. \nDownload the slide deck \n\n\nDownload the proforma on social enterprise financial model\n\n\nRead more about the initiative\n\n\nContact Connections for Seniors\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\nRelated tools from our Resource Inventory:\n\n\nCollaborative leadership and governance article series\nCreating and maintaining a social enterprise\nNIMBY (Not In My Backyard) toolkit Newfoundland\n“It’s not going to be done just by the Homelessness Sector”: Homelessness Prevention 101\nFour scenarios for the future of housing\, health and aging in Canada\nBrowse our Resource Inventory for more.\n\n\n  \nFollow up on the attendees’ questions \nThe Prime Minister is talking a lot about housing. Have you been successful with Federal Funding? \nYes\, we have been successful in accessing federal funding\, particularly where our projects align with national priorities such as Housing First\, seniors’ housing\, and aging-in-place strategies. Federal funding tends to favour projects that are shovel-ready\, partnership-driven\, and outcomes-focused. Our success has come from presenting strong pro formas\, clear community need data\, and demonstrating system-level collaboration. That said\, federal funding remains competitive and structured\, so long-term sustainability still requires diversified revenue beyond grants alone. \nWith the example offered of “scaling up income” if you do engage with government and receive funding\, but it is always for a term period and not renewable\, how do you work around this? Is it best to design the program knowing that you will need to make cuts or “scale down”? \nThis is a critical design question. We approach term funding as catalytic capital — not permanent operating revenue. Programs are built with one of three pathways in mind: 1. Transition to earned revenue; 2. Integration into core operating budgets; or 3. Planned sunset with measurable outcomes.\nIt is risky to build permanent staffing structures on temporary funds without a sustainability bridge. Scenario planning from the outset is essential. We design with scalability in mind — both upward and downward — so the organization is never destabilized by funding cycles. \nIt would be good to have some concrete examples of social enterprises and how you are actually making money. Do you charge for some services for example? \nWe operate mission-aligned enterprises that both serve clients and generate income. Examples include transportation services\, property management\, and fee-for-service program delivery. Another example: with approximately $800\,000 in social enterprise funding\, we purchased an event space that generates revenue. That space now supports programming\, hires staff\, and creates ongoing income for the organization. In some cases\, we charge modest fees (e.g.\, transportation or housing-related services)\, while maintaining subsidy pathways for low-income clients. The goal is blended value: financial sustainability alongside social impact.\nThe key principle is that enterprises must reinforce — not distract from — the core mission.
URL:https://centre.support/event/transforming-organizational-culture-rethinking-finance-lessons-from-connections-for-seniors/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
LOCATION:https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Ovt2mfppQpCnZujw-5cLeA#/registration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260130T153304Z
CREATED:20260120T130000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T153304Z
UID:10000063-1763038800-1763042400@centre.support
SUMMARY:Phoenix Youth: Tools and tactics for housing pre-development
DESCRIPTION:As a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series\, this webinar shares lessons learned from a project addressing youth homelessness and housing insecurity in the Halifax Regional Municipality. The session highlights how Phoenix Youth Programs developed a multi-service housing centre for youth\, including the creation of 50 new housing units. \nExplore key aspects of the project process: Site identification\, setting a common vision\, designing committees\, risk analysis\, and space considerations. \nWatch the 60-minute webinar replay
URL:https://centre.support/event/phoenix-youth-tools-and-tactics-for-housing-predevelopment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T140000
DTSTAMP:20260130T153339Z
CREATED:20250320T170008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T153339Z
UID:10000066-1742475600-1742479200@centre.support
SUMMARY:Securing land\, strengthening communities: the New Roots CLT experience in Halifax
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the community land trust (CLT) model has enabled New Roots Community Land Trust to protect the African Nova Scotian neighbourhood of Halifax’s North End. \nThe Centre hosted the webinar Preserving and strengthening communities: The Experience of New Roots in Halifax\, with New Roots CLT and their partner Happy Cities\, as part of the launch of the Centre knowledge sharing webinar series. \nSpeakers: Treno Morton\, executive director at New Roots CLT and Houssam Elokda\, managing principal at Happy Cities. \nRead more and watch the webinar replay
URL:https://centre.support/event/securing-land-strengthening-communities-the-new-roots-clt-experience-in-halifax/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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